Gilbert Middle School serves 408 students in grades 6-8.
Gilbert Middle School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbert Middle School's student population of 408 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilbert Middle School is ranked within the top 5% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Gilbert Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 1221 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
5%
3%

Hispanic
5%
12%

Black
2%
7%

White
86%
73%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Middle School's ranking?
Gilbert Middle School is ranked #25 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Gilbert Middle School often compared to?
Gilbert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ames Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Middle School?
408 students attend Gilbert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gilbert Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Middle School?
Gilbert Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Middle School offer ?
Gilbert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert Middle School part of?
Gilbert Middle School is part of Gilbert Comm School District.
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